1953 Skoda 1200 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Skoda 1200 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Skoda | Audi |
Model | 1200 | R8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |